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Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 22:55 WIB
Dugderan 2026 Becomes Momentum to Strengthen Harmony and Generational Transfer of Tradition
The Semarang city government held its annual Dugderan festival on 16 February 2026, marking the approach of Ramadan with a cultural parade involving thousands of participants from 16 sub-districts. Mayor Agustina Wilujeng highlighted innovations including the first-ever children's parade as a vehicle for cultural regeneration, and emphasised the festival's role in promoting interfaith harmony as it coincided with Lunar New Year and pre-Easter Lent observances. The mayor expressed optimism that t
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 22:47 WIB
Muhammadiyah: Differences in Determining the Start of Ramadan Must Be Approached Wisely
Muhammadiyah Chairman Haedar Nashir has called on Indonesian Muslims to respect differences in determining the start of Ramadan 1447 Hijriah, urging an attitude of wisdom and tolerance rather than mutual blame. The organisation has set 1 Ramadan as falling on 18 February 2026, based on astronomical calculations and the Global Calendar Parameter system, which identifies qualifying moon sighting conditions in the Americas to establish a unified global date.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 22:38 WIB
Lunar New Year Celebrations in Semarang: Mayor Emphasises Unity and City Harmony
Semarang Mayor Agustina Wilujeng used the 2026 Lunar New Year celebrations at the historic Sam Poo Kong temple to promote inter-ethnic harmony, announcing plans for Semarang to host the National Imlek celebration next year. The event engaged 250 MSME traders, generating notable economic activity, whilst the mayor highlighted the unique convergence of Lunar New Year, the pre-Ramadan Dugderan tradition, and the pre-Easter period as a symbol of the city's peaceful coexistence.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 22:06 WIB
Ahmad Luthfi Calls for Expedited Installation of Armco Bridge After Grobogan-Semarang Road Severed
Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi has ordered the Public Works Department to accelerate the installation of an armco bridge on the main Grobogan-Semarang route after the Tuntang River embankment collapsed, severing the critical logistics and Lebaran homecoming corridor. The breach, caused by heavy rainfall, has flooded 42 villages across 10 sub-districts in Grobogan Regency, affecting 9,000 households and inundating hundreds of hectares of rice paddies, prompting Luthfi to directly contact the
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 21:51 WIB
Chinese New Year in Depok: The Bathing Tradition at the Seven Wells of Gayatri Temple
Thousands of Chinese-Indonesian worshippers gathered at Gayatri Temple in Depok's Sumur 7 area to celebrate Chinese New Year 2026, continuing the distinctive tradition of ritual bathing at seven wells believed to carry different spiritual properties. Depok Metro Police Chief Grand Commissioner Abdul Waras confirmed the celebrations proceeded smoothly under joint security operations, praising the event as a manifestation of religious tolerance and the state's duty to protect citizens' freedom of
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 21:16 WIB
Prabowo: Happy Lunar New Year, Wishing Prosperity for All
President Prabowo Subianto extended Lunar New Year greetings whilst on a state visit to the United States to meet President Donald Trump. The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) estimated that the two-day Lunar New Year holiday could generate up to Rp 9 trillion in economic activity, driven by household consumption, tourism, and retail spending among Indonesia's 11.25 million ethnic Chinese population.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 21:07 WIB
Association Responds to Allegations of Illegal Fees in Halal Certification
The Indonesian Halal Inspection Bodies Association (ALPHI) has denied accusations of illegal fee collection in the halal certification process, insisting all charges comply with government regulations. The dispute emerged during a parliamentary hearing with the Halal Product Assurance Agency (BPJPH), whose head Haikal Hassan has pledged firm action against any inspection bodies found to be levying unreasonable charges, particularly on small and micro enterprises. ALPHI chairwoman Elvina A. Rahay
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 20:04 WIB
Pulau Karya Cemetery in Thousand Islands Crowded with Pilgrims Ahead of Ramadan
The public cemetery on Pulau Karya in Jakarta's Thousand Islands district is experiencing a surge in visitors as residents observe the traditional practice of grave pilgrimages ahead of Ramadan 1447 Hijriah. Local authorities have undertaken cleaning and maintenance preparations to ensure visitor comfort, whilst urging pilgrims to maintain cleanliness at the site.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 20:00 WIB
European Union Urges Israel to Reverse Illegal Annexation Decision in the West Bank
The European Union has called on Israel to rescind its recent decision to register large swathes of the West Bank as "state land," warning that annexation is illegal under international law. Israel's cabinet approved a proposal by senior ministers to formally register Palestinian land in Area C, reopening previously frozen land registration procedures and overturning longstanding Jordanian-era laws. Palestinians view the move as a precursor to formal annexation that would undermine the UN-backed
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 20:00 WIB
American Cars Begin Gaining Acceptance in Japan
Japan is introducing a new certification system that will allow American-made vehicles meeting US safety standards to be sold without additional testing, as part of a bilateral trade agreement. Toyota, Honda, and Nissan are all considering importing their US-produced models — including the Camry, Tundra, Pilot, and Pathfinder — into the Japanese domestic market, a move expected to reduce distribution costs and broaden consumer choice.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:59 WIB
Traffic disrupted as Bailey Bridge Garoga 1 undergoes repairs
Military personnel and workers from state-owned contractor Wika are repairing the damaged Bailey Bridge Garoga 1 on the Trans-Sumatra highway at the border of Central and South Tapanuli in North Sumatra. The temporary bridge suffered damage and holes from hydrometeorological disasters, forcing traffic on both sides to halt whilst wooden planks serving as the bridge deck are replaced.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:50 WIB
Vice President Gibran Hopes Harmony and Tolerance Will Be Maintained as Nation Marks Lunar New Year
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka extended his appreciation to the Confucian community for their contributions to national unity and development as Indonesia marked Lunar New Year 2577 Kongzili. He emphasised that interfaith harmony and tolerance are essential to achieving a prosperous and secure Indonesia, reflecting the government's ongoing commitment to preserving the nation's diversity.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:49 WIB
Seven Suitcases Belonging to Thai Tourists Stolen at Bromo, Authorities Highlight Illegal Parking Problem
Seven suitcases belonging to Thai tourists were stolen near the Sukapura Pavilion in Probolinggo Regency's Bromo tourism area, with local authorities linking the incident to illegal parking practices. The Probolinggo Regency government has urged visitors to use designated parking areas and avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, whilst police continue investigating with CCTV footage.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:49 WIB
Ahead of Ramadan, Indonesian Ulema Council Urges Sahur Wake-Up Calls Not to Disturb Others
The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) has called on Muslims to exercise restraint when waking neighbours for sahur during Ramadan 2026, particularly in densely populated urban areas where not all residents observe the fast. Deputy Chairman Kiai Cholil Nafis urged the judicious use of loudspeakers and recommended a phased approach to wake-up calls, whilst also reminding communities that traditional door-to-door rounds must conform to Islamic teachings and not cause disturbance.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:48 WIB
Haedar Nashir Urges Muslims to Make Fasting a Force for Social Cohesion
Muhammadiyah Chairman Haedar Nashir has called on Indonesian Muslims to treat Ramadan fasting as a "social canopy" that strengthens community bonds and promotes peace, rather than allowing differences over the start date of the holy month to cause division. He emphasised that in the absence of a unified Islamic calendar, disagreements over religious dates should be met with wisdom and tolerance, urging the faithful to focus on the substance of worship and to serve as agents of peace in society.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:47 WIB
Joko Anwar's "Ghost in the Cell" receives enthusiastic reception at Berlinale 2026
Indonesian director Joko Anwar's latest film "Ghost in the Cell" sold out all four screenings at the 2026 Berlin International Film Festival, with audiences responding enthusiastically to its blend of horror, comedy, and social satire reflecting Indonesian life. The film, set for domestic release on 16 April 2026, represents Indonesia's growing cultural footprint abroad, following Anwar's receipt of France's Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres and multiple Citra Awards for his previous
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:47 WIB
East Java Conducts Ramadan Moon Sighting Observations at 21 Locations
The East Java regional office of the Ministry of Religious Affairs conducted rukyatul hilal (new crescent moon observation) at 21 locations across the province to determine the start of Ramadan 1447 H. The exercise involved cross-sector collaboration among government agencies, Islamic organisations, meteorological authorities, and Islamic astronomy experts, with results to be reported to the national Isbat Session for the official determination of Ramadan's commencement.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:44 WIB
National Road Agency Focuses on Repairing Roads in Five North Sumatra Areas Following Disasters
The National Road Implementation Agency (BBPJN) for North Sumatra is concentrating repair efforts on approximately 500 kilometres of roads across five regencies and cities damaged by disasters in late November 2025. With less than 20 per cent of repairs completed across 235 identified points, the agency faces ongoing challenges from weather-related landslides but is targeting full functionality ahead of Eid al-Fitr 2026.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:44 WIB
Muhammadiyah Calls for Tolerance Over Differing Ramadan Start Dates
Muhammadiyah chairman Haedar Nashir has urged Indonesian Muslims to respond wisely to differences in determining the start of Ramadan 1447 H, with Muhammadiyah beginning fasting on Wednesday, 18 February 2026 based on its own astronomical calculations. The Indonesian Council of Ulema (MUI) has acknowledged the likely divergence, whilst the Ministry of Religious Affairs conducted hilal observations at 96 locations ahead of its official isbat session. Haedar also emphasised that Ramadan should ser
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:42 WIB
Cianjur Police: One-Way Traffic System Imposed as Vehicle Volume Rises
Police in Cianjur, West Java, have implemented early one-way traffic systems along the main Puncak-Cianjur route after recording a 20 per cent increase in vehicle volume during the extended Lunar New Year holiday. The traffic engineering measures, coordinated with Bogor Police, aim to prevent total gridlock during the peak return flow, with dozens of officers deployed at congestion-prone points along the Cipanas-Puncak corridor.
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